Scientists warn of 3,100 “surging glaciers” that can trigger floods and avalanches

ScienceDaily
Apr 17, 2026, 8:28 am126 ptsTrending
A hidden threat is emerging in the world’s glaciers: while most are shrinking, a rare group known as “surging glaciers” can suddenly accelerate, unleashing powerful and sometimes destructive events. Scientists have identified over 3,100 of these glaciers worldwide, with many clustered in high-risk regions…

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